Clinical Laboratory Technologist, Trainee - FISH/Cytogenetics

About the role

NeoGenomics is looking for a Clinical Laboratory Technologist - Trainee for our Cytogenetics/FISH department to join a year-long internal program culminating in an ASCP Cytogenetics certification. Under the direct supervision of licensed personnel, or within a training environment, the Cytogenetic Technologist Trainee will assist with responsibilities associated with processing specimens for clinical testing and will provide general support for the laboratory following established policies and procedures.

A Cytogenetic Technologist Trainee in the Cytogenetics department will enter the FL certified Cytogenetic Training Program. At the successful completion of the 1-year training program and passing the ASCP exam, trainees are promoted to the position of Clinical Laboratory Technologist. During the training program, trainees work on a lab rotation learning each aspect of the lab - slide-making, harvesting, culture set-up, reagent preparation, equipment maintenance and karyotyping procedures. Trainees also develop their microscopic analytical skills through multiple phases of microscope training.

Responsibilities

• Receives, organizes and processes clinical specimens accurately
• Identifies worksheet, computer, and specimen problems and demonstrates ability to either resolve or elevate to licensed personnel appropriately
• Prepares and organizes written data, printouts, and other documents for licensed technologist to review
• Prepares testing equipment, assists with preventative maintenance
• Operates automated equipment per SOP
• Prepares reagents and controls using automated or fixed measuring devices following established SOP's
• Maintains complete and accurate records of reagents
• Logging of Quality Control and Quality Assurance results for review by licensed technologist and supervisor's monthly signoff
• Assists in preparation of validation documentation preparation for new tests and procedures as required by the company, following manufacturer's guidelines or SOP's established by the Company
• Maintain laboratory in a clean, functional state, as well as cleaning or performing/scheduling equipment and instrument maintenance, as required
• Attends department meetings and company in-service trainings to enhance knowledge on testing and systems
• Attend lectures, perform homework and reading assignments, maintain grades and readings for one year

Qualifications

• BS or BA degree in a life or physical science field is required
• 1+ years of experience equivalent to a Laboratory Assistant or Technician preferred
• Must be eligible for a FL DOH Cytogenetic Technologist Trainee license
• Basic understanding of laboratory techniques preferred
• Must be able to work in a biohazard environment and comply with safety policies and standards outlined in the Safety Manual
• Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds

Benefits

• Highly competitive benefits with a variety of HMO and PPO options
• Company 401k match
• Employee Stock Purchase Program
• Tuition reimbursement
• Leadership development
• 16 days of paid time off plus holidays
• Wellness courses
• Highly engaged employee resource groups
• Career coaches internally
• Many training opportunities to expand your knowledge base